Pipe Extrusion
Plastic converters producing underground pipe require material that is highly resistant to chemicals, solvents, and other outside stressors in addition to resin that meets their HDPE pipe requirements. With Shell Polymers, converters will receive high-quality resin that has passed in-depth tests—giving you the peace of mind that our products satisfy the specifications of that particular grade.
Shell Polymers Pipe Extrusion Product Details
| Product | Melt Index (ASTM D1238 (g/10min)) |
Density ASTM D792 (g/cm3)) |
Document |
| Shell Polymers MDPE 39P02U | 0.20 (2 kg/190C) | 0.939 | View Document (PDF, 3 MB) |
| Shell Polymers HDPE 46P21HL | 21.0 (21.6 kg/190C) | 0.946 | View Document (PDF, 3 MB) |
| Shell Polymers HDPE 49P024 | 0.24 (5 kg/190C) 7.0 (21.6 kg/190C) |
0.949 | View Document (PDF, 3 MB) |
| Shell Polymers HDPE 49P9HL | 8.5 (21.6 kg/190C) | 0.949 | View Document (PDF, 3 MB) |
| Shell Polymers HDPE 51P9HL | 9.0 (21.6 kg/190C) | 0.951 | View Document (PDF, 3 MB) |
Grade Slate 101
Understanding how we name our grade slates will be key to choosing the right melt index and density you need. Check out our unique naming convention below to know exactly what to look for when perusing our product bulletins.
Density is reflected by the first two numbers found in the nomenclature sequence, which in this instance is 18. These numbers represent the last two significant digits of the density value. See examples below.
18 = 0.918 density
53 = 0.953 density
63 = 0.963 density
Related Polyethylene Product Family
Leveraging high-density polyethylene (HDPE) in applications makes durable products. So when a part needs to be ductile and withstand high-and low-temperature treatment, HDPE is a great contender.
HDPE Resin
HDPE is a popular choice across a variety of industries because of its moisture and chemical resistance, impressive tensile strength and durability.
Related Market
Pipe extrusion is used in the Utilities market to make long-lasting HDPE pipe that will deliver the necessary strength, corrosion resistance and leak resistance plastic converters need.
Utilities
HDPE is one of the most popular pipe materials for utilities because of its strength and weather-resistant advantages.
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